Yoga as Body Meditation with Radha Metro-Midkiff
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Today’s incredible guest, Radha Metro-Midkiff, takes us on a transformative journey through the profound principles of integral yoga and mindfulness. Radha, a seasoned yogi and a living testament to the power of these ancient practices, shares her personal experience of navigating the intricacies of life through the lens of integral yoga. In a moment of vulnerability, she recounts a morning practice where the wisdom of the body takes center stage because yoga is about a deeply intentional and meditative connection with oneself.   Radha shares her own journey through challenging times, including the aftermath of September 11th. Her resilience and eventual triumph over anxiety and depression showcase the integrative approach of yoga, combining Western methods with ancient techniques like Pratipaksha Bhavana.   A fascinating discussion ensues about the intersection of science and spirituality. Radha, with her grounded approach, highlights how scientific advancements align with ancient yogic wisdom. The conversation touches on the power of mantras, particularly in Sanskrit, to induce healing vibrations in the body, a concept now supported by scientific studies.   Join us in this soul-nourishing episode as Radha Metro-Midkiff unfolds the timeless wisdom of integral yoga, offering a beacon of hope and practical guidance for those seeking balance and serenity in their lives. Tune in now to embark on a journey of self-discovery and holistic well-being!   About the Guest:(bio, personal links, resource links) Radha Metro-Midkiff is a Certified Life Coach and the Executive Director for the Integral Yoga Institute New York. Her upbringing in Yoga began at an early age, having been raised under the tutelage of Sri Swami Satchidananda at Yogaville. Her parents, Integral Yoga Ministers Bhagavan and Bhavani Metro, moved several times to ensure her and her five siblings received an Integral Yoga School/Yogaville Vidyalayam education from 1st to 12th grade. At the young age of 18, Radha was already certified as both a Hatha Yoga and Raja Yoga instructor. Furthermore, she was among a select group of four individuals to receive the direct blessing of Dharma confirmation from Swami Satchidananda, a rare and highly coveted honor. Free Gift: 10 Simple Yoga Tips URL:  How to Show Support: Please visit The Integral Yoga Institute website here: https://iyiny.org/ Social Media Links: Website: https://www.yogaville.org/ Website II: https://iyiny.org/ About the Host, Elaine Starling: (bio, personal links, resource links) An international TEDx speaker, bestselling author, coach and mentor, Elaine Starling is recognized for her video show and podcast, The Abundance Journey. After a comprehensive conversation with our higher power during a stroke, Elaine created The Abundance Journey 6 week course to share what she learned. As the Abundance Ambassador, Elaine mentors spiritual, growth-oriented women to align with Divine guidance to achieve their dreams. Elaine’s clients experience more clarity, confidence, and commit to action that achieves their goals. Elaine Starling Social Media Links: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elaine.abundance    Linkedin: a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainestarling/"...
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